Fit in Five

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Hello and welcome to "Fit in Five," the podcast where we break down fitness into bite-sized routines that pack a punch! I'm Charles van Veen, and in today's episode, we're diving into the magic of short yet effective workouts. Let's get moving!

It's a common misconception that you need to spend hours at the gym to see results. In reality, consistency and intensity are key. A focused five-minute workout can boost your metabolism, improve your mood, and even build strength.

So, what's the secret behind these mini workouts?

The secret is High-Intensity Interval Training or HIIT. It involves short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief rest periods. This approach maximizes calorie burn in a short amount of time.

Here is a quick five-minute HIIT routine to try.

First start with warm up. Do the following steps.

1. Jumping Jacks, 45 seconds.

Stand with your feet together and hands at your sides.

Jump while spreading your legs and simultaneously raising your arms above your head.

Return to the starting position and repeat.

2. Arm Circles, 30 seconds.

Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height.

Make small circular motions with your arms, gradually increasing the diameter.

Reverse the direction halfway through.

3. High Knees, 45 seconds.

Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

Quickly bring one knee up towards your chest, then switch to the other knee.

Continue alternating knees, pumping your arms in rhythm.

4. Bodyweight Squats, 45 seconds.

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Lower your body as if sitting in a chair, keeping your back straight and knees over your toes.

Push through your heels to return to the starting position.

Then continue with the HIIT routine.

1. Jumping Jacks, 30 seconds.

Get that heart rate up!

Start standing with your feet together and arms at your sides.

Jump your feet out while raising your arms overhead, then quickly return to the starting position.

Benefits: A full-body workout that increases heart rate, boosts cardiovascular fitness, and engages multiple muscle groups.

2. Rest for 10 seconds.

3. Push-ups, 30 seconds. Focus on form. Don't rush.

Begin in a plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart.

Lower your body until your chest almost touches the ground, then push through your hands to return to the plank position.

Benefits: Strengthens chest, shoulders, triceps, and core muscles.

Enhances upper body strength and stability.

4. Rest for 10 seconds.

5. High Knees, 30 seconds. Drive those knees up!

Start standing with feet hip-width apart.

Drive one knee up towards the chest, then quickly switch and drive the other knee up.

Benefits: Boosts cardiovascular fitness, strengthens the core and targets the hip flexors and quads.

6. Rest 10 seconds.

7. Plank for 30 seconds. Engage your core. Keep a straight line from head to heel.

Start in a forearm position with elbows directly below the shoulders.

Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels, engaging your core.

Benefits: Strengthens the core, shoulders, and back muscles.

Improves posture and stability.

8. Rest for 10 seconds.

9. Burpees, 30 seconds. Full-body explosive movement.

Start standing, then bend down, placing your hands on the ground.

Jump your feet back into a plank position, do a push-up.

Then jump your feet back towards your hands and explode into a jump reaching your arms overhead.

Benefits: Full-body workout that boosts cardiovascular fitness, builds strength and enhances coordination.

10. Rest for 10 seconds.

11. Squat Jumps, 30 seconds. Power through those legs.

Begin with feet shoulder-width apart.

Lower into a squat position, then explosively jump upwards, extending your legs fully.

Land softly and go back into the squat position.

Benefits: Strengthens the glutes, quads, hamstrings, and calves.

Boosts explosive power and improves cardiovascular fitness.

That's it for today's episode "Fit in Five."

Stay active, stay positive, and we'll catch you in the next one!

4 Quick Fixes for the Most Common Causes of Lost Enthusiasm.

We love enthusiasm.

It's how we get things done. Think of all the times where you felt so much excitement for a project you tore right into it. Hours slipped by as though they were minutes. Accomplishment felt easy, and success was around every corner.

Unfortunately, much as we love it, enthusiasm doesn't always stick around.

If you're feeling the lost enthusiasm blahs, you're in the right place. In this podcast, we will take a look at some of the most common causes of lost enthusiasm and the quick fixes that will get you right back on track.

4 Quick Fixes for the Most Common Causes of Lost Enthusiasm.

We love enthusiasm.

It's how we get things done. Think of all the times where you felt so much excitement for a project you tore right into it. Hours slipped by as though they were minutes. Accomplishment felt easy, and success was around every corner.

Unfortunately, much as we love it, enthusiasm doesn't always stick around.

If you're feeling the lost enthusiasm blahs, you're in the right place. In this podcast, we will take a look at some of the most common causes of lost enthusiasm and the quick fixes that will get you right back on track.

Simple Strategies to Sneak More Nutritious Foods into Your Kids' Meal

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It can be a battle to get your kids to eat healthy foods.

They snub broccoli, yell if they get cauliflower, and cry over carrots. 

They may even be of the opinion that anything that’s good for them must taste bad.

Fortunately, you don’t have to fight over vegetables and fruits every day at mealtime. 

There are easy and creative ways you can get your kids to eat their veggies, and like it!

Try these easy fixes to forego the arguments while serving healthy, nutritious foods to your children:

1. Learn to puree foods. If you can puree vegetables and fruits, then it’s easier to add them to any meal without your kids even noticing.

· You can use a blender to puree foods. Another option is to cook the vegetables and fruits, then mash them with a fork or other utensil until they’re soft.

· Once you’ve pureed the healthy foods, add them to dishes like soups, sauces, or salad dressings. It’s also easy to add them to meatballs or similar foods.

2. Add more fresh herbs. Fresh herbs can really enhance the taste and flavor of your meals. 

Your kids may actually learn to love fresh herbs if you present them as a fun way to dress up their meals instead of a requirement to eat healthy.

· Have a variety of fresh herbs available at mealtime such as thyme, basil, rosemary, and others. You can also use dry herbs if they’re more convenient and inexpensive.

3. Change cooking oils. Your kids probably won’t notice if you change the cooking oil. By changing cooking oils, you can get healthier fats into your daily dishes.

· Use olive oil or coconut oil. They’re both delicious, and your kids will enjoy eating them. Avocado oil is another option that has healthy fats that are good for your heart.

4. Sneak greens into pasta dishes. 

You can add spinach or other green leafy vegetables to noodles and pasta after they’re cooked. Chop them into very small pieces.

· Another option is to add green leaves such as spinach to lasagna before you bake it.

· Casserole dishes that you bake with noodles are also a good place to hide greens and vegetables.

5. Make more smoothies and juices. 

It’s easy to add a variety of vegetables and fruits to smoothies and juices. 

As long as the final product has some sweetness, your kids may actually beg you to make these more often.

· You can add spinach, lettuce, carrots, peppers, and other veggies to the mix. Balance the flavors by including sweet fruits like strawberries, bananas, or blueberries.

· You can even add healthy spices like turmeric that your kids won’t notice.

· Another option is to add protein from protein powder, whey, or even scoop peanut butter into the mix.

Your breakfast, lunch, or dinner doesn’t have to turn into a battle over healthy food. 

Try creative ways to sneak more fruits and vegetables into your kids’ diets. 

They may never know your techniques, but they’ll certainly reap the health benefits.

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How to Make Your Dream Job a Reality

At some point in your life, it's common to dream of something bigger and better when it comes to your career. No matter how cushy a job may seem, you may find yourself wishing that you were working somewhere better or doing something different.

The good news is that you can go out and make your dream job a reality! Whatever the field, you can find a way to turn something you enjoy into a career.

By following these tips, you can be on your way to a happier and less stressful work life:

1. Ask yourself, "What do I really want to do?" What makes you happy? One of the best ways to achieve your dream is to find something that you already enjoy doing and make a career out of it. By doing this, the "work" doesn't feel like work, as it's something you're happy doing anyway.

· The beauty is that you can now make money doing this. There's no better feeling than knowing you get paid to do what you do for fun! In a nutshell, that's the concept of a true dream job.

2. Break it down into steps. Sometimes when looking at the big picture, it's easy to get overwhelmed and feel intimidated. By breaking it down into a series of smaller steps, it's less daunting and much easier to manage as you progress forward.

· This will also boost your self-esteem and confidence. You can feel a sense of pride in knowing that a step has been completed. The knowledge that you're actually going out and doing what you set out to do will also enhance the feeling of pride and confidence.

3. Don't be afraid to start on the low end of the totem pole. Some grunt work will be involved no matter what field you work in. Think of it as a sort of initiation rite. Even if it's a lower end job at the company you want to work for, it still gets your foot in the doorand, in time, you can make your way up the ladder.

4. Find a mentor. Mentors can be very helpful when it comes to getting your dream job. They achieve a dual purposeof showing you the ropes and skills you need, while also acting as a great reference for when the big moment does come.

· If you're having trouble finding a suitable mentor, a good role model or icon will work just as well. For example, if you wish to become an actor or actress, try to follow in the footsteps of your favorite star.

5. Ignore the pessimists. Depending on the field you work in, there may be some negative feedback from cynics and even friends and family. For example, if you want to write a novel or work for NASA, you may be asked what your "real" job is or you may be reminded about how unlikely it'll be that you'll land such a job. Put it all aside.

· Remember that your goal is in the realm of possibility, even if it takes some work to break into the field. Books get published all the time and there are more than a few staff at NASA.

· When situations like this come along, just remind yourself that it's what you want to do. Think of the benefits you'll enjoy once you succeed. In the case of aspiring novelists, you need to only remind yourself how exhilarating it'll be to have a copy of your book in hand!

While your dream job may be a challenge to acquire, it's very possible to reach it, no matter how lofty. If you put in the effort and follow a handful of simple guidelines, you can find yourself working the dream job you always desired.